Internship Immigration Consultant - Industries

EY; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EY Family

Flexible working hours

Work-from-home several days a week

Onboarding and coaching

Team activities and events

Job summary

EY Belgium is seeking an intern to join the Immigration team to support cross-border employment matters for expats. You will assist in client communications, help prepare work permits, visas and residence files, and follow up with authorities.

You will learn to assess files and guide clients through Belgian immigration processes. The role offers exposure to international assignments, flexible working arrangements, onboarding and coaching, and a clear path to develop expertise within a global

Qualifications

• Fluent English in written and spoken form.
• Ability to communicate with authorities and clients.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Team oriented with a client-minded approach.
• Interest in Belgian labour migration law and European mobility rules.

Responsibilities

• Support client team in communicating with expats, authorities and stakeholders.
• Advise clients on immigration routes and business impact.
• Assist in preparing and following up work permit, visa, residence permit files.
• Learn to assess files and guide clients through Belgian immigration processes.
• Contribute to knowledge management and track legislative changes.

Skills

Fluent English

French or Dutch

Organized

Team player

Client communication

Education

Bachelor in Law

Master in Law

Job description

Are you passionate about international moves and travels and the applicable immigration process required for these moves and travels to happen? Do you have a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of cross-border employment and international assignments? Are you interested in translating the Belgian and European immigration legal landscape into practice and guide companies around this immigration landscape? Then join our immigration team!

Join us to expand your skills and learn about all aspects of Immigration Law. We’ll provide the global scale, personal support, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow, lead and learn. We are proud that we’ve built a workplace where people can flourish, develop and be happy. At EY you will be empowered to take responsibility and encouraged to seize opportunities to grow your expertise and your career.

Industries: You will not focus on a specific sector, you may work for clients active in the following sectors: Transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits?

EY People Advisory Services professionals can help effectively harness the people agenda as part of an integrated business strategy. This can translate into competitive advantage by helping clients get the right people, with the right capabilities, in the right place, for the right cost, doing the right things.

Within this group, there is currently a possibility for an intern to join the Immigration team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will be an intrinsic part of the client team and will be in the forefront of communication with clients, expats, authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Together with the client team, you will advise our clients on the best available immigration route and the impact thereof on their business.
• Together with our offshore team, you will be responsible to prepare and follow up on a number of client files (work permit, single permit, visa, residence permit, etc.)
• You will learn to make the proper assessment, prepare your files and follow up on these files with the competent authorities. In doing so, you will guide the client and their expat population through the Belgian immigration process.
• You will assist in knowledge management and co-author local and global communication in regards to legislative changes and other updates. You will also be expected to proactively follow up on relevant legislative changes.

Your Profile

• You are currently finalizing your bachelor’s degree ‘Legal Practice’ or you have a bachelor’s degree in law and will obtain your master Law degree.
• You are available as soon as possible.
• You are fluent in English (written and oral communication skills) and French or Dutch.
• You are well organized, precise and you can prioritize where needed.
• You are client minded and a real team player.
• You like to communicate and are not afraid to be in contact with the authorities and at a later stage, with the clients.
• You don’t shy away from responsibility and a challenge.
• You are inquisitive and continuously try to improve your skills and knowledge.
• You want to become a trusted business advisor and an expert in Belgian labour migration law and the European legal framework regarding labour migration and business travelers.
• Internships are open all year around.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – You become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.